Temple of Jupiter, Pompei
The Temple of Jupiter sits at the northern end of the Forum, a large open space once used as a market place. Also known as the Capitolium, it was a place of worship for Jupiter, the Roman ruler of the Gods and protector of Rome. Temples dedicated to Jupiter were considered the centres of Roman religion. This temple, built in the mid 2nd century BC, marked the passing of Pompei into the Roman Empire. Pompei was originally a Greek settlement, and was later ruled by the Samnites. Originally occupied by Romans in 310 BC, it maintained a degree of autonomy, with many Greek gods worshipped more fervently than those followed in Rome.
A failed revolt in 89 BC led to a more forceful implementation of Roman language, culture and law in Pompei. This saw Jupiter become the town鈥檚 highest God, and his temple the centre of Pompeian worship. It later also became a place of worship for Juno and Minerva, who together with Jupiter formed the Capitoline Triad of Gods. The temple dominates one side of the forum, and is built in traditional Italic style, with a cella at the centre housing statues of the Capitoline Triad. A bronze bust of Jupiter can be seen at the northern end of the temple. A chamber below the temple housed sacrificial offerings and the city鈥檚 treasury.
A failed revolt in 89 BC led to a more forceful implementation of Roman language, culture and law in Pompei. This saw Jupiter become the town鈥檚 highest God, and his temple the centre of Pompeian worship. It later also became a place of worship for Juno and Minerva, who together with Jupiter formed the Capitoline Triad of Gods. The temple dominates one side of the forum, and is built in traditional Italic style, with a cella at the centre housing statues of the Capitoline Triad. A bronze bust of Jupiter can be seen at the northern end of the temple. A chamber below the temple housed sacrificial offerings and the city鈥檚 treasury.
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Sight Name: Temple of Jupiter
Sight Location: Pompei, Italy (See walking tours in Pompei)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Pompei, Italy (See walking tours in Pompei)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Pompeii Introduction Walk I
Modern-day Pompei is best known for its ancient predecessor, the Roman city of Pompeii, that fell victim to the massive eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The ruins of Pompeii, first uncovered in the late 18th century, were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. Presently, this is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy, drawing annually up to 2.5 million visitors.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Pompeii Introduction Walk II
Frozen at the moment it was buried under the thick blanket of ash and pumice, the city of Pompeii (now excavated) remains a unique window into the past, offering a snapshot of everyday life back in the 1st century AD Roman Empire. Aside from causing quick and unexpected death to the city, the huge eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD did have one positive outcome 鈥� it preserved everything (properties,... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles